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Not everyone is a DIY bride.  I’m not necessarily one, although I do like to scrapbook occasionally.  Most of the time, I prefer to pay someone else to craft, which is why I love Etsy.

Nonetheless, I wanted to share this great DIY story, originally featured on Design*Sponge in mid-January.  D*S reader, Renee headed down to her local Goodwill to pick up an array of plates and candle stick holders.

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After she washed and dried all of her plates, vases and candlestick holders, she used E6000 glue to glue the vases and candlestick holders to the plates.  And, as she mentions in her original post, make sure you have a well ventilated area and give them 24+ hours to dry completely plate-side down.  To paint them, she purchased non-toxic spray paint from Lowes (in which the label said it was good for all household items*) to spray the platters and stands.

Image courtesy of Weddings and Cookies

This is not only a great project for wedding showers, but would be a great addition to a candy or dessert buffet at a wedding reception.  What sort of DIY projects have you tackled? If you would like to have your DIY wedding project featured on the blog, send me a note (brit at landlockedbride dot com)!

*To be safe, still include a piece of parchment paper or doilies under the food, unless you are able to locate a food-safe paint.

I definitely think one the big trends for this year is alternative bouquets.  Brides and florists are getting really creative with their designs by choosing exotic flowers and fruits, or option to use fabrics or antique brooches.

A great way to cut costs, or just do something different is to incorporate fruit into your bouquet.  Not only will it give it some depth, but it will help it to be more fragrant.  And, I absolutely love the colors in this particular bouquet, featured on Design*Sponge.  It’s a great Spring or Summer bouquet, and it’s great to see some green incorporated.

Image courtesy of Design*Sponge

Do not be afraid to get creative with your bouquet designs. Creative does not mean non-traditional. Just try something with vibrant colors, or different flowers.  And, ask for help from your florist – chances are they are more than willing to do something a little different and memorable.